I HAVE read your readers’ comments regarding the temporary road closures on the first Tour de Yorkshire.

This was a temporary inconvenience and was well publicised to enable residents to make alternative arrangements if required.

This legacy of the 2014 TDF Grand Depart can only be a great asset to the Yorkshire community, both in tourism additional revenue and the worldwide vision of our county.

Don’t forget there were many volunteers who gave up their time and expense for free to make this a success who deserve recognition for their contribution.

John Ballantine, Kensington Road, York.